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Highs temps and storm chances for Labor Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Overall, our Labor Day forecast is looking fairly dry until we reach our afternoon hours. At that time, we can expect slight rain chances to increase. We also expect storm activity to persist throughout this week, primarily targeting mountain areas with o...
Border Biennial 2026 invited regional artists to imagine the border
Regional artists are showcasing their creativity and love of the area during the Border Biennial 2026 that opened this weekend at the El Paso Museum of Art and the Museo de Arte de Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. This year’s theme is “Imagining the Border.” “We can read the border, we can...
Visiting Karol G fans share their impression of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) - Karol G performs for the second time on Sunday to finish the El Paso leg of her "Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour" before moving on to Boston for her September 12th performance at Gillette Stadium. Fans who spoke to ABC-7 mentioned several aspects of El Pas...
El Paso hosts Karol G as fans wait for Sunday show
Karol G fans gathered early at the Sun Bowl stadium in El Paso for her second concert of the weekend, which is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.
Kitten rescued from utility pipe by Animal Services officer
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- El Paso Animal Services and one of their Animal Protection officers went above and beyond this week and rescued a kitten that was trapped inside a utility pipe. Officer Amador was called out to some communications towers after a community member saw a kit...
Coach Joe Golding announces signing of 6-foot-10 forward Youssouf Traore
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- UTEP men's basketball has added an international standout to its front court, signing 6-foot-10 forward Youssouf Traore, coach Joe Golding announced Sunday. Traore, who most recently played for Casademont Zaragoza in Spain's Liga Endesa, brings experience...
UTEP golf begins first Mountain West season at USC tournament tomorrow
EL PASO, Texas – UTEP will play the first of five fall events, teeing off the season at USC’s Bomb Darts Birds Intercollegiate on Sept. 7-8 in Phoenix, Ariz., at Whirlwind Golf Club (par 72 | 7,222 yards) on Monday and Tuesday. The new season also marks the first as a Mountain We...
ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Hot and mostly dry Sunday for El Paso and Las Cruces
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Another hot and mostly dry day is ahead for the immediate Borderland Sunday, with El Paso and Las Cruces seeing temperatures in the mid to upper 90s. While storm chances remain in the forecast, most of the lowlands should stay dry, with the better chances...
Documentary about 'American Pie' screens in Las Cruces
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Borderland music and film fans will have a special live event they can enjoy this fall and celebrate the continuing legacy and impact of Don McLean's "American Pie." A special screening of the award-winning documentary "The Day the Music Died: The Story o...
President Trump signs order to review gray, Mexican wolf protections
EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA) -- President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday calling on the Secretary of the Interior to review endangered species protections for the gray wolf and the Mexican wolf in a move to support ranchers protecting livestock. In the executive order, Pr...
Rain chances with highs in the 90s
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The Borderland can expect some isolated showers and thunderstorms to close out its weekend, particularly in western areas. Storms may bring gusty winds and localized flooding while temperatures remain slightly above normal in the lowlands. An upper high m...
Fans share their feelings ahead of Karol G’s Sun Bowl Performance
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) - Karol G begins her weekend of performances at the Sun Bowl Saturday as part of her Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour and fans told ABC-7 why she is one of their favorite artists. The fans came from across the country beginning with Texas's neighboring state ...
Fans excited about Karol G shows at Sun Bowl
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Fans of Karol G could barely contain their excitement, showing up hours ahead of the time on Saturday, Sept. 5. The Latin superstar will perform two shows at the Sun Bowl stadium on Saturday, Sept. 5 and Sunday, Sept. 6. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the shows...
UTEP volleyball wins third straight Southwest Showdown title with win over UTRGV
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – UTEP volleyball are once again Southwest Showdown champions. The Miners captured the tournament title for the third consecutive year and remained perfect in the event’s all-time series at 9-0, defeating UTRGV, 3-2, Saturday morning at Dugan Wellness Center...
Sheriff's Office investigating stabbing on Transmountain
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The El Paso County Sheriff's Office is investigating a stabbing that happened early Saturday morning, Sept. 5 near the picnic area along Transmountain Road, a Sheriff's Office spokesperson said. The victim arrived at a local hospital and reported that the...
New Mexico makes COVID shots available to anyone
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The New Mexico Department of Health has issued updated guidance and extended a standing order for the 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccines which are expected to start arriving in the state next week. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved updated 2026-202...
Sheriff’s Office investigates early morning stabbing at Transmountain overlook
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The El Paso Sheriff's Office (EPCSO) has confirmed to ABC-7 that the department is investigating a stabbing that reportedly happened at a overlook on Transmountain. A spokeswoman for EPCSO says deputies responded to the Saturday morning on Transmountain n...
Sun Metro to implement route, schedule changes starting Sept. 20
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Sun Metro will implement a series of route and schedule changes beginning Sunday, Sept. 20. Sun Metro says the changes are to "address operational needs and help maintain reliable and efficient transit service for customers." The upcoming modifications in...
ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Hot Saturday evening ahead and chances for isolated overnight storms
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The Borderland is staying hot this Saturday evening, with temperatures in the lower to mid 90s across El Paso and Las Cruces. While that is a little cooler than some of the triple-digit heat we've experienced this summer, it will still feel plenty warm fo...
Fans can visit Karol G’s Viajando Por El Mundo pop-up in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)-- Cash App and global superstar Karol G are bringing the "Viajando Por El Mundo" tropitour to life with an immersive pop-up experience, right here in El Paso. It's all scheuled for September 4 and runs through September 6. There you'll find interactive insta...
Showers and thunderstorms expected through this weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- We can expect isolated showers and thunderstorms to favor western New Mexico through the upcoming weekend. Additionally, temps are expected to remain slightly above normal in the coming days, with highs in the lower to mid 90s. Today we could still see so...
UTEP falls 51-0 to Oklahoma in 2026 season opener
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — UTEP football fell 51-0 to the Oklahoma Sooners in their season opener at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Oklahoma on Friday, Sep. 4. Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer passed for 225 yards, three touchdowns, and completed 11-of-17 pass...
New Mexico State names interim dean for College of ACES
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- New Mexico State University has named a new interim dean for the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES). Jon Boren, who been at NMSU for three decades, will serve as interim dean, following the retirement of Rolando A. Flores ...
From Juárez tunnel to El Paso drains: Underground crossings remain border enforcement challenge
U.S. Customs and Border Patrol video posted on their social platforms showing migrants detected in underground tunnels.
National Food Bank Day brings attention to food insecurity in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – This year National Food Bank Day falls on Sept. 4. It is observed annually on the first Friday of September. It recognizes the critical role food banks play in collecting, sorting, storing and distributing food to individuals and families facing hunger. El...
Judge grants request for DNA testing in 1987 Northeast El Paso killings
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A judge issued a decision in a hearing Friday where David Leonard Wood's attorney requested testing on evidence from the 1987 serial killings. During the hearing, Judge Dick Alcala stated that even though the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals had ruled agai...
Santa Teresa golfer takes 3rd in Special Olympics
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A special golfer from Santa Teresa, New Mexico, represented the area in the Texas West Region Special Olympics Golf Tournament. The tournament happened back in June in Midland. Paulina brought home a third place in her division. "We are incredibly proud o...
Karol G fans kick off concert weekend at El Paso pop-up
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Karol G fans are getting an early start on the celebration as the Colombian superstar prepares to take the stage at the Sun Bowl this weekend. Fans gathered at the El Paso Convention Center on Friday for an official “Viajando Por El Mundo” pop-up experienc...
Judge grants David Leonard Wood’s request for DNA testing in 1987 Northeast El Paso killings
David Leonard Wood, who is facing a death sentence in connection with a 1987 serial killing in Northeast El Paso, won a potentially significant victory Friday when a judge granted his request to perform DNA testing on evidence from the case. David Leonard Wood in a 2025 prison mu...
Star on Mountain to be lit for music superstar Karol G
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- El Paso’s iconic Star on the Mountain will shine light blue on Friday, Sept. 4 in celebration of global music sensation Karol G and her two upcoming performances at the UTEP Sun Bowl Stadium this weekend. The special lighting, organized by Live Nation in ...
TxDOT road closures for the week of Sept. 4, 2026
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The Texas Department of Transportation has released a list of road closures for the week of Sept. 4, 2026, that may affect your commute, including the continuation of nightly closures of Interstate 10 between Artcraft and Transmountain. Artcraft Project Tu...
New Mexico State Fair offers $4 tickets through Monday
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The New Mexico State Fair is giving fairgoers the chance to purchase admission tickets for just $4 over Labor Day weekend. The tickets will be on sale until 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 7. You can purchase tickets by clicking here. “Our main focus is to ke...
Ribbon-cutting celebratoin set for El Paso wastewater project
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, and the Lower Valley Water District will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Lower Valley Wastewater Infrastructure program. County officials said the event ...
Star on the Mountain to shine blue for Karol G
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Keep your eye on the Star on the Mountain on Friday. As Colombian singer-songwriter Karol G takes over the Sun Bowl Stadium this weekend, the star will shine blue. Live Nation and the El Paso Chamber organized the special lighting for the concerts set for...